The Honey Hole (Sunday River) — swimming hole area

Newry · Upstream pools on Sunday River branch; local name per Bethel/Mahoosuc guides — cold mountain water.

swimming hole area · Varies . confirm locally

Key facts

Swimming

Varies . confirm locally

Access

Varies

Parking

Limited

Trip profile

Difficulty

Reward

Risk

Good fit, skip, and before you go

Good fit

Swimming or wading
Hot days
Short visits

Skip

Recent flooding or very high water
You want lifeguards or formal amenities
Cold shoulder-season water

Before you go

  • Verify access rules, parking, and seasonal conditions before visiting.
  • https://www.bethelmaine.com/swimming/
  • Varies
  • Current can change quickly after rain.
  • Respect private property and posted river access.